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The world is heavy but your bones (just a cubic inch) can hold 19,000 lbs ounce for ounce they are stronger than steel atom for atom you are more precious than diamond and stars have died so that you may live you need to remember these things when you say that you are weak and worthless.

Whatever you overcome will only make you stronger.

There is a strong difference between good work and hard work, and one of them cannot exist without the other.

Are you scared? Or are you not ready? There is a difference.

First I was dying to finish high school and start college. And then I was dying to finish college and start working. And then I was dying to marry and have children. And then I was dying for my children to grow old enough for school so I could return to work. And then I was dying to retire. And now, I am dying… and suddenly I realize I forgot to live.

Remember, for everything you have lost, you have gained something else. Without the dark, you would never see the stars.

Don't worry about what others think. Just focus on yourself and stay positive. Some people are always negative, so don't let it bother you.

In a relationship, you need somebody who’s going to call you out, not somebody who’s going to let everything slide. You need somebody who doesn’t want to live without you, but can. Not somebody that is dependent, but somebody who is stronger with you. A relationship is two people, not one.

Sometimes you just have to forget about that person you once loved and move on.

Just because something good ends, doesn't mean something better won't come along.

Move on. There's no point of living in the past. Just because it's hard, doesn't mean it's impossible.

Nobody can make you happy until you're happy with yourself first.

One small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.

The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They simply are the ones who care the most.

Your future will always be bright when you stay focused, optimistic and confident.

Let whatever you do today be enough.

Don't change yourself because you're afraid of what people think. Change yourself because you want to be better.

To change your life, you have to change yourself. To change yourself, you have to change your mindset.

Father Accidentally Discovers His Son Might Be Gay.

5 things to do before you get out of bed: 1. Express gratitude 2. Set your intentions for the day 3. Take five long deep breaths in and out 4. Smile for no reason 5. Forgive yourself for yesterday's mistakes.

Everything takes time. The problem is, people easily give up when they don’t see results instantly.

Forget stardust - you are iron. Your blood is nothing but ferrous liquid. When you bleed, you reek of rust. It is iron that fills your heart and sits in your veins. And what is iron, really, unless it’s forged?

Nobody has everything but everybody has something.

You never know the last time you'll see a place. Or a person.

Sometimes, the person who's been there for everyone else needs someone to be there for them.

You can't just give up on someone because the situation's not ideal. Great relationships aren't great because they have no problems. They're great because both people care enough about the other person to find a way to make it work.

Attract what you expect, Reflect what you desire, Become what you respect, Mirror what you admire.

Sometimes you just have to stop and appreciate all the good things in your life.

Accept what's happening in your life right now, put what has happened behind you, let it all go and have faith that good things are coming your way.

Sometimes when you focus too much on where you are going, you forget to be grateful and enjoy where you are.

I wonder how much of what weighs me down is not mine to carry.

Find a way. If there's none, make one.

We might hate those bad days but in the end those bad days make us stronger.

Don’t start your day with the broken pieces of yesterday. Every day is a fresh start. Every morning we wake up is the first day of the rest of our life.

You'll realize who's really there for you when you're at your worst.

The Top 10 Regrets in Life by Those about to Die: 1. I wish I had worried less about the future 2. I wish I had been more ambitious 3. I wish I had traveled more 4. I wish that I had let myself be happier 5. I wish I had obsessed less about my weight 6. I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends 7. I wish I hadn't worked so hard 8. I wish I had watched less television 9. I wish I'd been brave enough to express my feelings 10. I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me In the end, you only regret the chances you didn't take.

Don’t waste your time on what could have been.

Stop looking for happiness in the same place you lost it.

Be very careful what you put into that head of yours, because once it's there, it's very difficult to get it out!

Everything in life is temporary. So when things are going wrong, be patient and don't worry. Everything will change for the better.

I like when I don't have to be careful what I say. That's when you know you're with the right people.

Some people will stay longer on your mind, than in your life.

When life gives you a hundred reasons to break down and cry, show life that you have a million reasons to smile and laugh. Stay strong.

I'm at that stage of my life where I don't need to impress anyone. If you like me as I am, perfect. If not, adios.

Everyone has problems, but don't lose your happiness just because you're too focused on them.

You can't control everything that happens to you, but you can control how you react to things that are out of your control.

One thing about growing up is realizing you don't hate anything anymore. Things either matter to you or they don't.

Parents act so strong for us, that we often forget just how fragile they are.

No relationship is a waste of time because if they weren't what you wanted, It showed you what you needed.

What a privilege it is to have a body, to breathe, to walk, to BE.

You'll never live a happy life if you're always worried about what others think of you.

Second chances are hard to come by, so don't waste the first ones.

Somebody died last night, but you didn't. Somebody didn't wake up this morning, but you did. You're not lucky, you're Blessed.

My moral in life is simple, you treat me good and I'll definitely treat you better.

Perhaps the butterfly is proof that you can go through a great deal of darkness yet become something beautiful.

Things will get better, and you need to trust in that.

Mom, why do the best people die?

No, we do not always get what we want. But consider this: There are people who will never have what you have, right now.

A healthy mind does not speak ill of others behind their back.

A moment of patience in a moment of anger saves you a hundred moments of regret.

Do not let the negative thoughts in your head get to you. Just breathe, smile and let it go.

Too many people are looking for something better, when everything they need is right in front of them.

Smile more, worry less, have faith that things will get better, and realize you're blessed.

Worrying won't stop the bad things from happening, it just prevents you from enjoying the good.

If you're searching for that one person that will change your life, take a look in the mirror.

I'm definitely not the same person I was when this year started.

The best gift is family. Always. Merry Xmas everyone!

It’s funny, when I think about this exact time last year. Things were so different. I never would have thought that things could change so much in only a year. I wonder what next December will be like.

Life is worth the struggle when you look back on what you've lost and realize that what you have now is much greater.

Having a soulmate is not always about romance. You can find your soulmate in a friendship too.

What a wonderful thought it is that some of the best days of our lives haven’t happened yet.

Instead of always trying to fix things, realize you deserve better. Stop waiting for a change and make a change.

I don’t chase people anymore. I learned that I’m here, and I’m important. I’m not going to run after people to prove that I matter.

It's not always easy, but that's life. Be strong. Know that there are better days ahead.

If you can't change the outside, change the inside. If you can't change the situation, change the attitude.

Just because you're bad at one thing, doesn't mean you're bad at everything. Don't focus on your weaknesses.

You can't control people but you can control who you surround yourself with. Choose to surround yourself with people who believe in you and great things will happen. - Robert Tew Wishing everyone a safe and fun-filled New Year! Cheers!

My only goal in 2015 is to be happy. Genuinely, intensely, consistently happy.

At mile 40, I thought I was dead. At mile 60, I wished I was dead. At mile 80, I knew I was dead. At mile 100, I realized I had become too tough to kill. - Unknown *This is from an ultramarathon.

Don’t be afraid to start over. It’s a chance to build something better this time.

You will be lost. You will be alone. You will change.

Don't run from your problems. They will keep haunting you. Face them and you'll realize you're stronger than you think.

2015 will be a selfish year. My time and focus will be invested on me. On improving myself. I want to become a better person physically and mentally. I want to let go of my fears and learn to love myself.

Every struggle you have known has shaped and made you the person you are. Be thankful that you are stronger today.

If you live your life with the regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow, you will have no today to be thankful for.

Take a shower, wash away the bad thoughts, cleanse your body, put on some relaxing music, get into bed, breathe.

Direction is so much more important than speed. Many are going nowhere fast.

Beauty fades? No, it does not. Not when it begins from within.

I admire people who choose to smile after all the things they've been through.

You can't fix yourself by breaking someone else.

Your habitual thoughts will determine your future. Always be mindful of the energy that you bring into your life. Think positively.

Edit your life frequently and ruthlessly. It’s your masterpiece after all.

You have to learn to say no without feeling guilty. Setting boundaries is healthy. You need to learn to respect and take care of yourself.

They are not your friends, until they have defended you in your absence.

You’re not over it if it still makes you angry.

It's time for you to live your own life without worrying about the expectations of others.

Sometimes it’s easier to just go ahead and face the truth than to spend the rest of your life trying to hide from it.

You have to find something. Something that anchors you, something that keeps you looking forward. Even on the bad days, the days when you’re tempted to look back.

As you get older you start doing things in reverse. You start cutting people out from your life. Your Christmas list becomes practically nonexistent. You don’t need to be the first in line for everything. You take less pictures because some memories are best kept in your heart and not your hard drive. And instead of looking for love, you dig for it from within.

I just try to live every day as if I've deliberately come back to this one day, to enjoy it, as if it was the full final day of my extraordinary, ordinary life. - Tim, About Time.

Never ignore your first instinct just because it isn’t what you want to believe.

Be the type of person who leaves a mark, not a scar.

Just remember, even your worst days only have twenty-four hours.

Negative thinking will never produce positive results. Change your thinking and you'll change your life.

Accept how you feel but don’t let your feelings rule you. You are in control.

Don't let one person ruin your day, it's not worth it.

Beautiful things happen when you distance yourself from negativity.

When you start looking at people’s hearts instead of their face, life becomes clear.

Some people don’t deserve patience, the more patience you devote; the more disappointment they deliver. - VàZaki Nada.

Sometimes it only takes one person to change your life. One to be there for you, to push you, to believe in you. It only takes one.

Sometimes we need fantasy to survive the reality.

All you need to do is just to make it through today. Don’t think about tomorrow. Just focus on today.

At the end of the day we all just want to be happy, live stress free and have someone to comfort you and not worry about anything.

Respect people's feelings. Even if it doesn't mean anything to you, it could mean everything to them.

I want to be your favorite place to go when you’ve had a bad day or a good day.

You'll end up really disappointed if you think people will do for you as you do for them. Not everyone has the same heart as you. - Unknown <.

Every time you are able to find some humor in a difficult situation, you win.

Time does not heal everything but acceptance will heal everything.

Remember there’s a difference between somebody who wants you and somebody who would do anything to keep you.

Just because you took longer than others doesn’t mean you failed.